Kramer Electronics VS-66H3 video switch
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1. Real time 0x0031 Operating system 5 1 2600 2 Service Pack 3 18 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Default Communication Parameters 11 Default Communication Parameters Table 4 Default Communication Parameters EDID EDID data is passed between Output 1 and Input 1 RS 232 Protocol 2000 Baud Rate 9600 Data Bits 8 Stop Bits 1 Parity None Command Format HEX Example Output 1 to Input 1 0x01 0x81 0x81 0x81 Ethernet Default Settings IP Address 192 168 1 39 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 Default Gateway 192 168 1 1 TCP Port 5000 UDP Port 50000 19 Kramer Protocol 2000 12 Kramer Protocol 2000 The VS 66H3 is compatible with Kramer s Protocol 2000 version 0 50 This RS 232 RS 485 communication protocol uses four bytes of information as defined below Table 5 Protocol Definitions MSB LSB DESTI INSTRUCTION NATION Ath byte 1 BYTE Bit7 Defined as 0 D DESTINATION 0 for sending information to the switchers from the PC for sending to the PC from the switcher N5 N0 INSTRUCTION The function that is to be performed by the switcher s is defined by the INSTRUCTION 6 bits Similarly if a function is performed via the machine s keyboard then these bits are set with the INSTRUCTION NO which was performed The instruction codes are defined according to the table below INSTRUCTI2. 1 With video and multi channel audio combined into a single cable the cost complexity and confusion of multiple cables currently used in A V systems is reduced 2 HDMI technology has been designed to use standard copper cable construction at up to 15m 3 HDMI supports multiple audio formats from standard stereo to multi channel surround sound HDMI has the capacity to support Dolby 5 1 audio and high resolution audio formats 4 HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video formats in a simple cost effective manner 5 Developed by Intel KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Defining the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 3 4 Recommendations for Best Performance To achieve the best performance e Use only good quality connection cables to avoid interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer VS 66H3 away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust No operator serviceable parts inside unit Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall before installing or removing the device or servicing unit 4 Defining the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VS 66H3 1 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at htt
3. For a single machine controlled via the serial port always set M4 MO 1 and make sure that the machine itself is configured as MACHINE NUMBER 1 Table 6 Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Note All values in the table are decimal unless otherwise stated INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION Set equal to video input which is to be switched 0 disconnect 3 STORE VIDEO STATUS Set as SETUP DETECTED 3 3 0 1 61 IDENTIFY MACHINE LOCK FRONT PANEL REQUEST WHETHER PANEL IS LOCKED SETUP or Input 0 Panel unlocked 1 Panel locked 1 video machine name 2 audio machine name 3 video software version 4 audio software version 5 RS422 controller name DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT Reserving Of 1 SWITCH VIDEO Set equal to video output which is 2 15 to be switched 0 to all the outputs VIDEO OUTPUT status is reqd REQUEST WHETHER SETUP IS DEFINED VALID INPUT IS 2 0 for checking if setup is defined 1 for checking if input is valid EE QN 0 Request first 4 digits 13 1 Request first suffix 2 Request second suffix 3 Request third suffix 10 Request first prefix 6 RS422 controller 11 Request second prefix version 12 Request third prefix 7 remote control name 8 remote software version 9 Protocol 2000 revision 1 number of inputs 2 number of outputs 3 number of setups DEFINE MACHINE 1 for video 2 for audio 3
4. for SDI 4 for remote panel 5 for RS 422 controller NOTE 1 When the master switcher is reset e g when it is turned on the reset code is sent to the PC If this code is sent to the switchers it will reset according to the present power down settings NOTES on the above table NOTE 2 These are bi directional definitions That is if the switcher receives the code it will perform the instruction and if the instruction is performed due to a keystroke operation on the front panel then these codes are sent For example if the HEX code 01 85 88 83 was sent from the PC then the switcher machine 3 will switch input 5 to output 8 If the user switched input 1 to output 7 via the front panel keypad then the switcher will send HEX codes 41 81 87 83 to the PC When the PC sends one of the commands in this group to the switcher then if the instruction is valid the switcher replies by sending to the PC the same four bytes that it was sent except for the first byte where the DESTINATION bit is set high NOTE 3 SETUP 0 is the present setting SETUP 1 and higher are the settings saved in the switcher s memory i e those used for Store and Recall NOTE 4 The reply to a REQUEST instruction is as follows the same instruction and INPUT codes as were sent are returned and the OUTPUT is assigned the value of the requested parameter The replies to instructions 10 and 11 are as per the definitions in instructions
5. Switch an Input to an Output Store and Recall a Preset Press an output button To Store followed by an Input button fo 1 Set the device to the desired setting switch the pair 2 Press the STO button The STO button blinks 3 Select an IN or OUT button to store the device setting Acquire the EDID from 4 Press the LOCK button to store the current setup O A connected output To Recall O Several outputs 1 Press the RCL button The RCL button blinks O The default EDID 2 Press the relevant OUT or IN button 3 Press the LOCK button to recall the stored Step 5 Operate the device see Section 7 Operate via the front panel buttons IR remote control RS 232 and Ethernet 2 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3 Overview The VS 66H3 is a high quality 6 x 6 matrix switcher for HDMI signals that fits into one vertical space of a standard 19 professional rack enclosure In particular the VS 66H3 features e Up to 225Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel e Support for HDCP High Definition Digital Content Protection e HDMI Support HDMI V 1 4 with Deep Color x v Color Lip Sync e 3D Pass Through e J EDIDPro Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing Intelligent EDID handling amp processing algorithm ensures Plug and Play operation for HDMI systems e A LOCK button to prevent unwanted tampering with the buttons on the front panel e Preset memory locations for quick access to common confi
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7. 1 On your desktop right click the My Network Places icon 2 Select Properties 3 Right click Local Area Connection Properties 4 Select Properties The Local Area Connection Properties window appears 5 Select the Internet Protocol TCP IP and click the Properties Button see Figure 4 After connecting the Ethernet port you have to install and configure your Ethernet Port For detailed instructions see the Ethernet Configuration FC 11 guide pdf file in the technical support section at http www kramerelectronics com 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Local Area Connection Properties General Advanced Connect using HB Intel R 82566DC 2 Gigabit Network This connection uses the following items E Client for Microsoft Networks File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks dll 005 Packet Scheduler 5 Internet Protocol TCP IP Description Allows your computer to access resources on a Microsoft network C Show icon in notification area when connected Notify me when this connection has limited or no connectivity Figure 4 Local Area Connection Properties Window 6 Select Use the following IP Address and fill in the details as shown in Figure 5 7 Click OK Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties General fou can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this
8. 7 2 3 Acquiring the EDID from Several Outputs To acquire the EDID from several outputs for example OUT 1 to IN 1 and OUT 6 to IN 3 1 Connect the display devices to the outputs from which you want to acquire the EDIDs 2 Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneously and hold them for 3 seconds Both buttons flash 3 Press the input button to which the EDID will be copied for example IN 1 The input number flashes the display 4 Select the output from which the EDID will be acquired for example OUT 1 5 Press the IN 1 button The IN 1 number stops flashing 6 Press the next input button to which the EDID will be copied for example IN 3 The selected input number flashes on the display 7 Select the output from which the EDID will be acquired for example OUT 6 8 Press the IN 3 button The IN 3 number stops flashing 9 Press the input buttons to which you want to copy the EDID for example IN 1 and IN 3 10 Make sure that the relevant input numbers flash on the display 11 Press the EDID button The process is complete when the display returns to normal Acquiring the Default EDID To store the default EDID on a selected input for example Input 2 1 Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneously and hold them for 3 seconds Both buttons flash 2 Press the input for example Input 2 to which the EDID 1s to be copied The selected input number flashes on the display 3 Press the
9. 7 and 8 respectively For example if the present status of machine number 5 is breakaway setting then the reply to the HEX code OB 80 80 85 would be HEX codes 4B 80 81 85 21 Kramer Protocol 2000 NOTE 8 The reply is as in TYPE 3 above except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the setup is not defined no valid input is detected or 1 if it is defined valid input is detected NOTE 13 This is a request to identify the switcher s in the system If the OUTPUT is set as 0 and the INPUT is set as 1 2 5 or 7 the machine will send its name The reply is the decimal value of the INPUT and OUTPUT For example for a 2216 the reply to the request to send the audio machine name would be HEX codes 7D 96 90 81 i e 128dec 22dec for 2nd byte and 128dec 16dec for 3rd byte If the request for identification is sent with the INPUT set as 3 or 4 the appropriate machine will send its software version number Again the reply would be the decimal value of the INPUT and OUTPUT the INPUT representing the number in front of the decimal point and the OUTPUT representing the number after it For example for version 3 5 the reply to the request to send the version number would be HEX codes 7D 83 85 81 i e 128dec 3dec for 2nd byte 128dec 5dec for 3rd byte If the OUTPUT is set as 1 then the ASCII coding of the lettering following the machine s name is sent For example for the VS 7588YC the reply to the requ
10. OFF button until 0 zero appears on the display 4 Press the EDID button When the display returns to normal the default EDID is stored on the selected input 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 7 3 7 4 7 5 Storing and Recalling a Switching Setting from a Preset The STO and RCL buttons are used to store and recall up to 12 setups which are assigned using the 6 output preset 1 to 6 and 6 input preset 7 to 12 buttons To store a preset for example Input 4 Output 3 in preset 10 1 Configure the switching as required for the preset for example Input 4 to Output 3 2 Press the STO button The STO button flashes 3 Select an OUT or IN SELECT button to store the device setting for example IN 4 for preset 10 4 Press the LOCK button to store the current setup The STO button stops flashing To recall a preset for example preset 10 1 Press the RCL button The RCL button flashes 2 Press the relevant OUT or IN button that stored the preset for example IN 4 preset 10 3 Press the LOCK button to recall the stored preset The RCL button stops flashing Resetting the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher s IP Parameters Note This procedure resets only the IP related parameters All switching and preset values remain unchanged To reset the IP parameters to their default values see Table 4 e Press and hold the ETH Reset button on
11. capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address IP address 192 168 1 38 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway 13 0 0 Obtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server Figure 5 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window 15 Upgrading the Firmware 7 6 2 Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS 66H3 to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router via a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors 8 Upgrading the Firmware For instructions on upgrading the firmware see the STC Firmware Upgrade document 9 Technical Specifications The VS 66H3 technical specifications are shown in Table 3 Table 3 Technical Specifications of the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher INPUTS 6 HDMI Connectors OUTPUTS 6 HDMI Connectors BANDWIDTH 2 25Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel COMPLIANCE WITH HDMI and HDCP HDMI STANDARD RESOLUTION Up to UXGA 1080p POWER SOURCE 100 240V AC 50 60Hz 33VA CONTROLS Front panel buttons infrared remote control transmitter RS 232 Ethernet DIMENSIONS 19 x 10 9 x 1U W D H WEIGHT 2 1kg 4 6lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord
12. charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 1 obtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 2 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OFIMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty EXCLUSION OFDAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product loss of time commercial loss or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from p
13. output which is marked above each input 1 For example press ALL and then Input button 2 to connect input 2 to all the outputs 2 These are also used for storing and recalling device setups see Section 7 3 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Defining the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher RESET 0000 O RE RS 232 ETHERNET MOTE IR OUTPUT Figure 2 VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Table 2 VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Features Feature Function 13 OUTPUT HDMI Connectors 1 to 6 Connect to up to 6 HDMI acceptors 14 INPUT HDMI Connectors 1 to 6 Connect to up to 6 HDMI sources 15 HS 232 9 pin D sub Serial Port Connector Connect to a PC serial controller 16 ETHERNET RJ 45 Connector Connect to a PC via a LAN 17 ETH RESET Button Press to reset to the factory default IP parameters 18 REMOTE IR Opening Connect to an external IR receiver for controlling the device via an IR remote controller see Section 4 1 19 Mains Power Connector Connect to the mains power 20 Mains Power Fuse Fuse for protecting the device 21 Mains Power Switch Switch for turning the device on or off First turn the VS 66H3 off and then turn it on again while pressing the ETH RESET button The device will power up and load its memory with the factory default IP parameters 2 Covered by a cap The 3 5mm jack at the end of the internal IR connectio
14. 084 1094 1124 interlace hsync vsync Detailed timing 8 1920x1080i at 50Hz 16 9 Modeline 1920x1080 74 250 1920 2448 2492 2640 1080 1084 1094 1124 interlace hsync vsync Detailed timing 4 1280x720p at 60Hz 16 9 Modeline 1280x720 74 250 1280 1390 1430 1650 720 725 730 750 hsync vsync Detailed timing 5 1280x720p at 50Hz 16 9 Modeline 1280x720 74 250 1280 1720 1760 1980 720 725 730 750 hsync vsync CE video identifiers VICs timing formats supported 720 x 576p at 50Hz EDTV 4 3 16 15 1280 x 720p at 50Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 1920 x 1080i at 60Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 1920 x 1080i at 50Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 1280 x 720p at 60Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 Native 1920 x 1080p at 60Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 1920 x 1080p at 50Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 NB NTSC refresh rate Hz 1000 1001 CE audio data formats supported LPCM 3 channel 24 bits at 44 48 kHz CE speaker allocation data Channel configuration 3 0 Front left right Yes Front EFE No Front center Yes Rear left right No Rear center No Front left right center No Rear left right center No Rear LFE CE vendor specific data VSDB IEEE registration number 0 000 03 CEC physical address 1 0 0 0 Maximum TMDS clock 165MHz Report information Date generated 08 03 201 1 Software revision 2 52 0 857 Data source
15. 30 746 hsync vsync Detailed timing 1 1920x1080p at 60Hz 16 9 Modeline 1920x1080 148 500 1920 2008 2052 2200 1080 1084 1089 1125 hsync vsync Standard timings supported 720 x 400p at 720 x 400p at 640 x 480p at 640 x 480p at 640 x 480p at 640 x 480p at 800 x 600p at 800 x 600p at 800 x 600p at 800 x 600p at 832 x 624p at 1024 x 768i at 70Hz IBM VGA 88Hz IBM XGA2 60Hz IBM VGA 67Hz Apple Mac Il 72Hz VESA 75Hz VESA 56Hz VESA 60Hz VESA 72Hz VESA 75Hz VESA 75Hz Apple Mac Il 87Hz IBM 1024 x 768p at 60Hz VESA 1024 x 768p at 70Hz VESA 1024 x 768p at 75Hz VESA 1280 x 1024p at 75Hz VESA 1152 x 870p at 75Hz Apple Mac II 1280 x 720p at 1280 x 800p at 1440 x 900p at 1280 x 960p at eoHz VESA STD eoHz VESA STD eoHz VESA STD eoHz VESA STD 1280 x 1024p at 60Hz VESA STD 1400 x 1050p at 60Hz VESA STD 1680 x 1050p at 60Hz VESA STD 1600 x 1200p at 60Hz VESA STD EIA CEA 861 Revision number IT underscan nformation 17 Default EDID Basic audio Supported YCbCr 4 4 4 Not supported YCbCr 4 2 2 Not supported Native formats 1 Detailed timing 1 720x480p at 60Hz 4 3 Modeline 720x480 27 000 720 736 798 858 480 489 495 525 hsync vsync Detailed timing 2 1920x1080i at 60Hz 16 9 Modeline 1920x1080 74 250 1920 2008 2052 2200 1080 1
16. IR transmitter rack ears OPTIONS Kramer HDMI cables external remote IR receiver cable 10 Default EDID Monitor Model name Manufacturer Plug and Play ID Serial number Manufacture date KRM0200 2010 ISO week 24 EDID revision 1 3 Input signal type Color bit depth Display type Screen size Power management Extension blocs Digital DVI Undefined RGB color 700 x 390 mm 31 5 in Not supported 1 CEA EXT 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 2 For best results use Kramer cables such as the C HM HM series the C HM DM series and or our HDMI over fiber optics C FOHM FOHM series 16 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Default EDID me Not supported Color characteristics Default color space Non sRGB Display gamma 2 20 Red chromaticity Rx 0 640 Ry 0 341 Green chromaticity Gx 0 286 Gy 0 610 Blue chromaticit Bx 0 146 By 0 069 White point default Wx 0 284 Wy 0 293 Additional descr iptors None Timing characteristics Horizontal scan range 31 94kHz Vertical scan range 50 85Hz Video bandwidth 170MHz CVT Not supported GTF standard Not supported Additional descriptors None Preferred timing Yes Native preferred timing 1280x720p at 60Hz Modeline 1280x720 74 250 1280 1390 1430 1650 720 725 7
17. In particular HDMI e Provides a simple interface between any audio video source such as a set top box DVD player or A V receiver and video monitor such as a digital flat LCD plasma television DTV over a single lengthy cable e Supports standard enhanced high definition video and multi channel digital audio on a single cable e Transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8 channel digital audio with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and requirements e Benefits consumers by providing superior uncompressed digital video quality via a single cable and user friendly connector e Is backward compatible with DVI Digital Visual Interface e Supports two way communication between the video source such as a DVD player and the digital television enabling new functionality such as automatic configuration and one button play HDMI has the capacity to support existing high definition video formats 720p 10801 and 1080 260 as well as standard definition formats such as NTSC or PAL About HDCP The High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP standard protects digital video and audio signals transmitted over DVI or HDMI connections between two HDCP enabled devices to eliminate the reproduction of copyrighted material To protect copyright holders such as movie studios from having their programs copied and shared the HDCP standard provides for the secure and encrypted transmission of digital signals
18. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start 3 Overview 3 1 Defining the EDID 3 2 About HDMI 3 3 About HDCP 3 4 Recommendations for Best Performance 4 Defining the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 4 1 Using the IR Transmitter 5 Installing the VS 66H3 in a Rack 6 Connecting the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 7 Operating the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 7 1 Switching an Input to an Output 7 2 Acquiring EDID 7 2 1 Acquiring the EDID from One Output 7 2 2 Acquiring the EDID from Several Outputs 7 2 3 Acquiring the Default EDID 123 Storing and Recalling a Switching Setting from a Preset 7 4 Resetting the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher s IP Parameters Ta Connecting to the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher via RS 232 7 6 Connecting to the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher via Ethernet 7 6 1 Connecting the Ethernet Port directly to a PC 7 6 2 X Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub 8 Upgrading the Firmware 9 Technical Specifications 10 Default EDID 11 Default Communication Parameters 12 Kramer Protocol 2000 Figures Figure 1 VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Figure 2 VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Figure 3 Connecting the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Figure 4 Local Area Connection Properties Window Figure 5 Internet Protocol TCP IP Propertie
19. Kramer RC IR3 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter including the required batteries and a separate user manual e This user manual 2 Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables GROUP I Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Matrix Switchers GROUP 3 Control Systems GROUP 4 Format Standards Converters GROUP 5 Range Extenders and Repeaters GROUP 6 Specialty AV Products GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors GROUP 9 Room Connectivity GROUP 10 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 11 Sierra Products 2 Downloadable from http www kramerelectronics com 3 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from http www kramerelectronics com 4 The complete list of Kramer cables is available from http www kramerelectronics com 1 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps Step 1 Mount the device see Section 5 Mount the device in a rack or stick the 4 rubber feet to the underside Optional Connect a PC RS 232 and or Ethemet for rernote operation DVD Player 1 LCD TV OVO Player with built in LS i apeakars a step 3 Turn the power on step 4 Operate the device see Section 7
20. ON NO is the value to be set for N5 N0 2 BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 I6 10 INPUT When switching ie instruction codes 1 and 2 the INPUT 7 bits is set as the input number which is to be switched Similarly if switching is done via the machine s front panel then these bits are set with the INPUT NUMBER which was switched For other operations these bits are defined according to the table 3 BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 O6 00 OUTPUT When switching ie instruction codes 1 and 2 the OUTPUT 7 bits is set as the output number which is to be switched Similarly if switching is done via the machine s front panel then these bits are set with the OUTPUT NUMBER which was switched For other operations these bits are defined according to the table 4 BYTE Bit7 Defined as 1 Bit 5 Don t care OVR Machine number override MA4 M0 MACHINE NUMBER Used to address machines in a system via their machine numbers When several machines are controlled from a single serial port they are usually configured together with each machine having an individual machine number If the OVR bit is set then all machine numbers will accept implement the command and the addressed machine will reply The instruction codes in Table 6 are a sub set of the Protocol 2000 The full protocol is available from http www kramerelectronics com 20 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Kramer Protocol 2000
21. est to send the first suffix would be HEX codes 7D D9 C3 81 ie 128dec ASCII for Y 128dec ASCII for C NOTE 14 The number of inputs and outputs refers to the specific machine which is being addressed not to the system For example if six 16X16 matrices are configured to make a 48X32 system 48 inputs 32 outputs the reply to the HEX code 3E 82 81 82 ie request the number of outputs would be HEX codes 7E 82 90 82 ie 16 outputs NOTE 15 When the OVR bit 4th byte is set then the video commands have universal meaning For example instruction 1 SWITCH VIDEO will cause all units including audio data etc to switch Similarly if a machine is in FOLLOW mode it will perform any video instruction NOTE 16 The reply to the REQUEST WHETHER PANEL IS LOCKED is as in NOTE 4 above except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the panel is unlocked or 1 if it is locked 22 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONGISTHE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOIS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHATIS COVEREDAND WHATIS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship i
22. gurations You can control the VS 66H3 using the front panel buttons or remotely via e RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a PC touch screen system or other serial controller e The Kramer infrared remote control transmitter e A PC connected to the Ethernet port on the device via a LAN 3 14 Defining the EDID The Extended Display Identification Data EDID is a data structure provided by a display to describe its capabilities to an HDMI source The EDID enables the VS 66H3 to know what kind of monitor is connected to the output The EDID includes the manufacturer s name the product type the timing data supported by the display the display size luminance data and for digital displays only the pixel mapping data See Section 7 2 for details on how to acquire the EDID 3 2 About HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI is an uncompressed all digital audio video interface widely supported in the entertainment and 1 Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz and for all HD resolutions 2 Defined by a standard published by the Video Electronics Standards Association VESA 3 Ensuring an all digital rendering of video without the losses associated with analog interfaces and their unnecessary digital to analog conversions 3 Overview 3 3 home cinema industry It delivers the highest high definition image and sound quality Note that Kramer Electronics Limited is an HDMI Adopter and an HDCP Licensee
23. lace to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION Do Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment 3 Usethe supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine lt gt Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components RCC and CE approved using STP cable for twisted pair products 29 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution 9007 Institute of Quality amp Control Kramer Electronics Ltd
24. n cable fits into this opening Defining the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 4 1 Using the IR Transmitter You can use the RC IR3 IR transmitter to control the device via the built in IR receiver on the front panel or instead via an optional external IR receiver The external IR receiver can be located 15m approx 50ft away from the device This distance can be extended to up to 60m approx 200ft when used with three extension cables Before using the external IR receiver be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to insert the internal IR connection cable with the 3 5mm jack that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel Connect the external IR receiver to the REMOTE IR 3 5mm jack 1 Model C A35M IRR 50 2 Model C A35M A35F 50 3 P N 505 70434010 S 8 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Installing the VS 66H3 in a Rack 5 Installing the VS 66H3 in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the device Before Installing ina Rack Before installing in a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range nge CAUTION When installing on a 19 rack avoid hazards by taking care that 1 Itis located within the recommended environmental conditions as the operating ambient temperature of a closed or multi unit rack assembly may exceed the room ambient temperature 2 Once rack mounted enough air will still flow around the machine 3 The machine is
25. n this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed or on which the WARRANTY VOID IF TAMPERED sticker has been torn reattached removed or otherwise interfered with 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from 1 Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature ii Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product iii Repairorattempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removalorinstallation ofthe product vi Any othercause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHATWEWILLPAYFORANDWHATWEWILLNOTPAYFOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removal or installations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shipping
26. ng the EDID see Section 7 2 e Storing and recalling switch settings see Section 7 3 e Resetting the VS 66H3 see Section 7 4 e Connecting to the VS 66H3 via RS 232 see Section 7 5 e Connecting to the VS 66H3 via Ethernet see Section 7 6 Switching an Input to an Output To switch an input to an output e Press an output button followed by an input button to switch the selected input to the selected output Acquiring the EDID You can acquire the EDID from any of the following e One output to one or more of the six inputs see Section 7 2 1 e Several outputs and inputs simultaneously see Section 7 2 2 e The default EDID see Section 7 2 3 Note Attempting to acquire the EDID from an output that does not have a display device connected to it results in the default EDID being acquired Acquiring the EDID from One Output Note You can assign the EDID from one output to any or all of the six inputs To acquire the EDID from a display device connected to one of the outputs 1 Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneously and hold them for 3 seconds Both buttons flash 2 Press the input button to which the EDID will be copied The selected input number flashes on the display 3 Select the output from which the EDID is to be acquired 4 Press the EDID button The EDID is stored when the display returns to normal and the EDID and STO buttons stop flashing 11 Operating the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 7 2 2
27. p www kramerelectronics com Defining the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher SELECT nooooos OAU 6 x 6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Figure 1 VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Table 1 VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Features Feature Function 1 IR LED Lights yellow when receiving signals from the infrared remote control transmitter 2 IR Receiver Signal receiver for the Infrared remote control transmitter 3 POWER LED Lights when the device is turned on 4 ALL Button Press followed by an input button to connect the selected input to all outputs 5 OFF Button Press after pressing an output button to disconnect the selected output from the inputs To disconnect all the outputs press ALL followed by OFF 6 STO Button Press to store the current switching setting to a preset see Section 7 3 7 RCL Button Press to recall the current switching setting from a preset see Section 7 3 8 LOCK Button Press and hold to toggle the locking release of the front panel buttons When storing or recalling presets press to store or recall the preset see Section 7 3 9 EDID Button Press to capture the EDID see Section 7 2 10 SELECT Buttons IN 1 to 6 Press to select the input to switen after selecting output 11 OUT 1 to 6 Press to select an output to switch followed by an input 12 INPUT 7 segment LED Display Displays the input currently switched to the
28. placed straight in the correct horizontal position 4 You do not overload the circuit s When connecting the machine to the supply circuit overloading the circuits might have a detrimental effect on overcurrent protection and supply wiring Refer to the appropriate nameplate ratings for information For example for fuse replacement see the value printed on the product label 5 The machine is earthed grounded in a reliable way and is connected only to an electricity socket with grounding Pay particular attention to situations where electricity is supplied indirectly when the power cord is not plugged directly into the socket in the wall for example when using an extension cable or a power strip and that you use only the power cord that is supplied with the machine How to Rack Mount To rack mount a machine 1 Attach both ear brackets to the machine To do so remove the screws from each side of the machine 3 on each side and replace those screws through the ear brackets 2 Place the ears of the machine against the rack rails and insert the proper screws not provided through each of the four holes in the rack ears Note In some models the front panel may feature built in rack ears Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use e Always mount the machine in the rack before you attach any cables or connect the machine to the power e If you are using a Kramer rack adapter kit for a machine
29. s Window NXT WOW Ww Nm E p m N E Eo Ro o D OQ O2 AA FW W t 10 15 Contents Tables Table 1 VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Features 6 Table 2 VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Features 7 Table 3 Technical Specifications of the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 16 Table 4 Default Communication Parameters 19 Table 5 Protocol Definitions 20 Table 6 Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 21 11 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Introduction 1 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video audio presentation and broadcasting professional on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 1 000 plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher The VS 66H3 is ideal for conference room presentations and advertising applications as well as for rental and staging Each package includes the following items e VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher e Power cord e Windows based Kramer control software e Windows based Ethernet Configuration Manager and Virtual Serial Port Manager e
30. that is not 19 see the Rack Adapters user manual for installation instructions available from http www kramerelectronics com Connecting the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 6 Connecting the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher To connect the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher as illustrated in the example in Figure 3 L 2 Connect up to six HDMI sources for example DVD players to the IN HDMI connectors Connect the six OUT HDMI connectors to up to six HDMI acceptors for example LCD displays with built in speakers If required connect a PC controller to the RS 232 port see Section 7 4 and or the Ethernet port see Section 7 6 Connect the device to the mains electricity not shown in Figure 3 If necessary acquire the EDID see Section 7 2 DVD Player 1 LCD TV lt with ES built in speakers T Figure 3 Connecting the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher DVD Player 6 1 Switch off the power on each device before connecting it to your VS 66H3 After connecting your VS 66H3 switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 2 You do not have to connect all the sources 3 You do not have to connect all the outputs 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 7 1 7 2 7 2 1 Operating the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher This section describes e Switching an input to an output see Section 7 1 e Acquiri
31. the rear panel while powering up the device Connecting to the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher via RS 232 You can connect to the VS 66H3 via an RS 232 connection using for example a PC Note that a null modem adapter connection is not required 1 You can set each of the inputs outputs independently you are not limited to a single input output combination 2 You have to press the LOCK button within 10 seconds or the procedure automatically times out 13 Operating the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 7 6 7 6 1 To connect to the product via RS 232 e Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub on the rear panel of the VS 66H3 via a 9 wire straight cable only pin 2 to pin 2 pin 3 to pin 3 and pin 5 to pin 5 need to be connected to the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on your PC Connecting to the VS 66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher via Ethernet You can connect the VS 66H3 via the Ethernet using a crossover cable see Section 7 6 1 for direct connection to the PC or a straight through cable see Section 7 6 2 for connection via a network hub or network router Connecting the Ethernet Port directly to a PC You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS 66H3 to the Ethernet port on your PC via a crossover cable with RJ 45 connectors This type of connection is recommended for identification of the factory default IP Address of the VS 66H3 during the initial configuration After connecting the Ethernet port configure your PC as follows
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